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SUMMARY:WRITER'S WORKSHOP: Development of a Novel from the Fearless Standpoint
DESCRIPTION:WRITER’S WORKSHOP: Development of a Novel from the Fearless Standpoint with author/educator Joseph D. Haske\nOctober 1-3\, 2026\n9:30 AM – 4:00 PM each day\n\nJoin acclaimed author and educator Joseph D. Haske for an immersive 3-day writers workshop designed to help you break through creative barriers and develop your novel with fearless clarity. Whether you’re at the beginning of your writing journey\, tangled in the middle\, or polishing a final draft\, this workshop offers the tools and inspiration to take your novel to the next level.\n\nWhat’s Included:\n\nThree Full Days of in-depth instruction and guidance from Joseph D. Haske\, a respected novelist and educator.\nHands-on sessions covering narrative structure\, character development\, plotting\, writing routines\, revisions\, and the path to publication\nA welcoming space to connect with fellow writers and share your journey\nLunch/snacks provided each day\n\n\n$300 per person.\n\nClass size is limited to allow for maximum attention to the individuals attending.\n\nTO REGISTER: Call the Hessel School House at 906-484-1333 or register online\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=31251&action=ticket&action_ticket=57160
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/writers-workshop-development-of-a-novel-from-the-fearless-standpoint-2/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lectures and Workshops,Teens,Writers Programs
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SUMMARY:Community Accupuncture
DESCRIPTION:COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE AT THE HESSEL SCHOOL HOUSE\nTuesday\, October 6 | 1:00–3:00 PM\nHessel School House\n$60 per person | Limited to 10 participants per session \nInstructor: Kerry Kott \nExperience acupuncture in a welcoming\, relaxed community setting at the Hessel School House. This small-group offering is designed to make acupuncture more accessible\, affordable\, and approachable for those who may be curious about trying it or who are looking for another way to support their overall well-being. \nLed by a licensed acupuncturist practicing since 2011\, each session begins with a few minutes of gentle movement and an introduction to acupuncture. Participants will have an opportunity to briefly share their primary concern and how they are feeling before settling comfortably into chairs for treatment. \nThis community format uses ear acupuncture\, with small needles placed at specific points in the ear. Ear acupuncture is commonly used to support a variety of physical and emotional concerns\, including everyday aches and discomfort\, stress\, and other ongoing wellness needs. Once the needles are placed\, participants will rest together in a calm environment with music before the needles are removed and the practitioner checks in with each person. \nSessions last up to 75 minutes\, depending on the number of participants\, with a maximum of 10 people per session. \nFor those interested in extending the experience\, ear seeds may be added for $15 following the session. These tiny seeds are placed on selected ear points and remain in place so the points can continue to be gently stimulated after you leave. \nWhether acupuncture is already part of your wellness routine or you’ve always wondered what it might be like\, this community session offers an easy\, low-pressure opportunity to experience it close to home. \nTo register\, call 906-484-1333 or REGISTER ONLINE.
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/community-accupuncture-2/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lectures and Workshops
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SUMMARY:Community Accupuncture
DESCRIPTION:COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE AT THE HESSEL SCHOOL HOUSE\nSaturday\, October 17 | 1:00–3:00 PM\nHessel School House\n$60 per person | Limited to 10 participants per session \nInstructor: Kerry Kott \nExperience acupuncture in a welcoming\, relaxed community setting at the Hessel School House. This small-group offering is designed to make acupuncture more accessible\, affordable\, and approachable for those who may be curious about trying it or who are looking for another way to support their overall well-being. \nLed by a licensed acupuncturist practicing since 2011\, each session begins with a few minutes of gentle movement and an introduction to acupuncture. Participants will have an opportunity to briefly share their primary concern and how they are feeling before settling comfortably into chairs for treatment. \nThis community format uses ear acupuncture\, with small needles placed at specific points in the ear. Ear acupuncture is commonly used to support a variety of physical and emotional concerns\, including everyday aches and discomfort\, stress\, and other ongoing wellness needs. Once the needles are placed\, participants will rest together in a calm environment with music before the needles are removed and the practitioner checks in with each person. \nSessions last up to 75 minutes\, depending on the number of participants\, with a maximum of 10 people per session. \nFor those interested in extending the experience\, ear seeds may be added for $15 following the session. These tiny seeds are placed on selected ear points and remain in place so the points can continue to be gently stimulated after you leave. \nWhether acupuncture is already part of your wellness routine or you’ve always wondered what it might be like\, this community session offers an easy\, low-pressure opportunity to experience it close to home. \nTo register\, call 906-484-1333 or REGISTER ONLINE.
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/community-accupuncture/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lectures and Workshops
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SUMMARY:Write Across Generations: A Prose and Poetry Workshop Rooted in Memory
DESCRIPTION:WRITE ACROSS GENERATIONS: A PROSE & POETRY WORKSHOP ROOTED IN MEMORY \nSet in the quiet beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula\, this workshop invites writers to explore how memory shapes our creative lives. Join Helen Raica-Klotz and Ellen Lord for a day of prose and poetry inspired by the stories we inherit\, the places that hold us\, and the moments that stay. \nHelen will guide participants through prose exercises that transform lived experience into vivid narrative. Ellen will lead a poetry session focused on emotional truth\, sensory recall\, and the deep-rooted landscapes of personal history. \nThis generational workshop welcomes writers of all ages and experience levels. Come ready to remember\, reflect\, and write. \nThe schedule could be as follows: \n10 am: coffee and introductions \n10:30 am – 12 pm: Workshop One: Poetry with Ellen \n12 – 1 pm: lunch and author panel discussion/reading \n1 – 2:30 pm: Workshop Two: Prose with Helen \n2:30 – 3 pm: readings from participants \nWorkshop Fee: $60 Per person\, includes coffee/water\, lunch and materials. \nTo Register: Call 906-484-1333 or REGISTER ONLINE \nHelen Raica-Klotz\nEllen Lord
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/write-across-generations-a-prose-and-poetry-workshop-rooted-in-memory/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lectures and Workshops,Teens,Writers Programs
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SUMMARY:Nourishing Your Health: Food\, Nutrition & Chronic Disease
DESCRIPTION:Nourishing Your Health: Food\, Nutrition & Chronic Disease\nFriday\, November 13\, 2026\n10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\n$20 per person | Lunch included\nAges 16 and older\nInstructor: Shelli Arnold \nDiscover how everyday food choices can support long-term health and well-being in this engaging nutrition class. Participants will learn about some of the factors that contribute to chronic disease and explore how nourishing the body with wholesome foods can play an important role in supporting better health. \nThis class combines instruction\, demonstrations\, and hands-on learning. Along the way\, participants will pair up to try several simple food-preparation activities\, including making a vinaigrette\, preparing sauerkraut\, and learning how to feed a sourdough starter. \nNo special experience or equipment is needed—all supplies will be provided. A delicious lunch is also included\, giving participants time to enjoy good food\, conversation\, and the ideas explored throughout the class. \nWhether you’re looking to make healthier choices\, learn more about nutrition\, or simply become more confident preparing nourishing foods at home\, this class offers a practical and approachable place to begin. \nClass size is limited. Advance registration is encouraged. \nTo register\, call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=34179&action=ticket&action_ticket=65509 \n 
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/nourishing-your-health-food-nutrition-chronic-disease/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lectures and Workshops,Teens
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SUMMARY:Genealogy: Discovering Your Family Story
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 21 | 9:30 AM–12:00 PM\nHessel School House\nInstructor: Charlotte Hefner\nClass Fee: $35 \nCurious about your family history but not sure where to begin? Join Charlotte Hefner for an engaging introduction to genealogy and learn practical ways to start uncovering the people\, places\, and stories that make up your family tree. \nThis class is perfect for beginners\, but it will also be packed with useful tips and ideas for those who have already started exploring their ancestry. Charlotte will share helpful strategies for organizing information\, researching family records\, following clues\, and avoiding some of the common roadblocks that can make genealogy feel overwhelming. \nParticipants will leave with a stronger understanding of how to approach family-history research\, along with practical tools and techniques they can continue using on their own. \nWhether you are just beginning your genealogy journey or have been dabbling in family research for a while\, this class offers a welcoming opportunity to learn\, ask questions\, and dig a little deeper into your family story. \nClass Fee: $35 \nTo register\, call 906-484-1333 or REGISTER ONLINE.
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/genealogy-discovering-your-family-story/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lectures and Workshops,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261212T100000
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SUMMARY:Chocolate Bon Bons: From Mold to Masterpiece
DESCRIPTION:Chocolate Bon Bons: From Mold to Masterpiece\nSaturday\, December 12\, 2026\n10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.\n$25 per person | Lunch included\nInstructor: Shelli Arnold \nSpend the day learning how to create beautiful\, handcrafted chocolate bon bons from start to finish. \nIn this hands-on class\, participants will learn how to make rich ganache and caramel fillings\, use colored cocoa butter to paint decorative designs inside polycarbonate molds\, and properly temper chocolate to create smooth\, glossy shells. You’ll then learn how to fill\, seal\, unmold\, and package your finished bon bons for an elegant and delicious final presentation. \nAll materials and supplies will be provided\, so you can focus on learning\, creating\, and enjoying the process. Lunch is also included in the class. \nWhether you love chocolate\, enjoy trying new culinary techniques\, or are looking for a fun way to create something special for the holiday season\, this class offers a unique opportunity to learn the art of chocolate bon bon making. \nSpace is limited to just 10 participants\, so advance registration is encouraged. \nTo register\, call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=34187&action=ticket&action_ticket=65510 \n 
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/chocolate-bon-bons-from-mold-to-masterpiece/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lectures and Workshops
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SUMMARY:Love at First Bite: Truffle Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Love at First Bite: Truffle Making Workshop\nSaturday\, February 13\n10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\nLunch included\nClass Fee: $20 \nSpend the day learning the art of making rich\, bite-sized chocolate truffles from scratch. \nIn this hands-on class\, participants will learn how to make ganache\, properly temper chocolate\, form the centers\, and coat each confection before packaging the finished truffles to take home. \nAll materials and supplies will be provided\, so you can simply come ready to learn\, create\, and enjoy the process. \nWhether you’re a chocolate lover\, curious about confectionery techniques\, or looking for a fun hands-on experience\, this class is a delicious way to build new skills and create something special. \nClass size is limited to 20 participants. Advance registration is encouraged. \nTO REGISTER\, call 906-484-1333 or register online at https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=34510&action=ticket&action_ticket=65515
URL:https://hesselschoolhouse.org/event/love-at-first-bite-truffle-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center\, 3206 West Cedar Street\, Hessel\, MI\, 49745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Lectures and Workshops
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